Fire damages fiber cables, disrupting Tacoma public access TV channels

A fire outside a Tacoma city facility damaged fiber lines, temporarily disrupting several public access television channels and affecting the city’s internal network.

Meet Kuni: 'Pet of the Week' Rabbit
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The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County's "Pet of the Week" is Kuni, a 1-year-old shorthaired rabbit described by handlers as curious and brave. Kuni is looking for a forever home and is known to follow people around the house.

Tacoma Narrows Bridge: 'Galloping Gertie' collapsed 85 years ago

On Nov. 7, 1940, the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, or ‘Galloping Gertie,’ dramatically collapsed into the Puget Sound. Friday marks 85 years since the disaster reshaped how engineers approach long-span bridges.

SNAP benefits and impact on pet food in WA
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Nearly one million people in Washington use SNAP benefits. Many are left trying to figure out how to feed their pets.

Man arrested after hatchet threat, kitten rescued in Pierce County, WA

Police arrested a shoplifting suspect who threatened employees with a hatchet at a Pierce County Safeway last week. A kitten he was holding ran to one of the deputies during the arrest.

Hatchet threat at Safeway leads to arrest, kitten rescue in WA
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A shoplifting call at a Pierce County Safeway ended with one man in jail and a kitten finding a new home after deputies said the suspect threatened employees with a hatchet.

Pedestrian killed after being struck by car on SR 7 in Pierce County, WA

A pedestrian was killed early Thursday after being struck by a car on State Route 7 in Pierce County, according to the Washington State Patrol.

Woman struck, killed by driver on SR-162 in Pierce County, WA

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a driver in Pierce County on Tuesday.

Remains found near Ocean Shores identified as Tacoma woman

Authorities have identified human remains found near Ocean Shores as those of 51-year-old Tacoma resident Annie Michelle Fears, and investigators are asking for the public’s help as the case remains under investigation.

Tacoma Dome Emergency Food Distribution in WA
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As thousands of people in Washington await the funding of food programs, local organizations are working together to make sure pantries are full for those who need it. FOX 13's Taylor Winkel is at a massive food distribution event at the Tacoma Dome on Wednesday.

One dead after motorcycle crash in Lakewood, WA
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One person is dead and another is in the hospital after a motorcycle crash in Lakewood on Tuesday.

Anders Ibsen leads Tacoma mayor race
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Anders Ibsen has an early lead over opponent John Hines in the race for Tacoma mayor, according to the latest round of election results.

Family of truck driver killed in Lakewood, WA police chase seeks $26M

The family of a semi-truck driver killed by a fleeing robbery suspect during a 2023 police chase in Lakewood has filed a wrongful death claim against the city.

Family of crash victim files $26 Million claim against Lakewood Police over deadly chase
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The family of 57-year-old Bogdan Petrov, killed in a 2020 semi-truck crash, has filed a $26 million tort claim alleging Lakewood police caused his death through an illegal pursuit.

Stolen micro bully dog ‘Buddy’ found after months missing, reunited with family
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After vanishing this summer, Buddy the dog has been found safe following weeks of searching and public pleas for help. Tacoma police say the dog was recovered and is now being cared for by the Humane Society as he prepares to return to his family.